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| Older holidaymakers are 'becoming more adventurous' |
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The older generation of British holidaymakers are becoming increasingly adventurous, it has been suggested.
According to the Association of Independent Tour Operators (Aito), older holidaymakers are opting for active breaks and travelling to destinations such as Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco and Spain, as well as countries in the Southern Hemisphere..
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| Traditional family holidays 'revived' by credit crunch |
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Traditional family holidays in Spain and other popular destinations have been "revived" by the recent credit crunch, according to a new study.
Research carried out by Abbey revealed that the current economic climate has encouraged people to take holidays with their parents and extended family members in order to save money..
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| Holidays in Spain 'remain popular' |
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Holidays to short-haul destinations such as Spain are likely to remain popular, despite the credit crunch, it has been claimed.
Antony Martin, MD of travel insurance specialist Insurfor..
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| Half of Britons book holidays 'independently' |
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Almost half of Britons book their holidays independently, according to new research.
A study carried out by Mintel revealed that 47 per cent of holidaymakers booked their own flights and accommodation over the last year..
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| Spain named as 'top wine destination' |
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Spain has been named as one of the world's top ten destinations for fine lovers.
Research carried out by online travel community TripAdvisor revealed that wine-loving Britons should look no further than Spain for their next trip abroad..
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| British couples 'want to marry abroad' |
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An increasing number of British couples are choosing to get married overseas, it has been claimed.
Thea Darricotte, executive retail editor at Conde Nast Brides Magazine, suggested that couples were shunning traditional weddings and travelling to European destinations such as Spain in an effort to beat the credit crunch..
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| Weddings in Spain offer 'value for money' |
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Getting married abroad is much more economical than tying the knot in the UK, it has been suggested.
Shona Swain, long-haul manager for Thomson and First Choice, said that while getting married abroad may have seemed extravagant in the past, it is very often a cheaper option..
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| Holidaymakers 'want clean and quiet hotels' |
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A new study has revealed what holidaymakers find the most and least appealing about hotels.
Research carried out by online travel community TripAdvisor revealed that 30 per of people believe that location is the most important factor when it comes to hotels, while 24 per cent of people claimed that good customer service was important to them..
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| Top holiday car hire tips |
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Britons enjoying a holiday in Spain this year can save money on their car hire by following a series of "top tips".
According to car hire broker Holiday Autos, people taking holidays in Spain can significantly reduce the cost of their car hire by booking in advance and shopping around for the best deal..
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| 'Soak up Spanish culture' in Ronda |
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Holidaymakers enjoying a break at La Manga Club this month can expand their cultural knowledge by attending the Pedro Romero Fair in Ronda.
Taking place from September 5th to September 7th, the event is held every year to celebrate the life of Pedro Romero, the founding father of modern bullfighting..
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